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Monica Quinn
How to Ease Osteoarthritis Pain
by Monica Quinn
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The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis (OA), affecting nearly 27 million Americans. It’s a degenerative joint disease which is characterized by a breakdown of cartilage, the tissue that envelops the end of our bones. Cartilage is responsible for allowing our bones to move smoothly. OA commonly affects the hips, hands, lower back, knees, and neck.Here are some tips on how we can ease the... 12/18/2018 8:00:00 AM
Fred Fletcher
Why You Shouldn’t Let Cost Stop You From Getting an MRI
by Fred Fletcher
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IntroductionPeople who are lucky enough to have full medical coverage may only have to contribute a small co-payment, assuming that a doctor has prescribed the need for an MRI, the insurance company approves the procedure and the patient meets pre-qualifications criteria. In the best cases, out-of-pocket expenses may be minimal.Considering, however, that there are millions of Americans who may still... 12/16/2018 8:00:00 AM
Megan Johnson McCullough
Teeth Brushing: Your Whole Body and Mouth Will Thank You
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth 2 times per day with fluoride toothpaste. One of our childhood milestones was learning to brush our teeth. This practice is a regular routine in our lives. We know we have to get the front, sides, and all the way in back. We brush our teeth to remove the plaque and tartar that has built up. Plus, brushing aims to fight off cavities. By... 12/13/2018 8:00:00 AM
Naomi Webb
How to Cope: Different Ways of Dealing With Loss
by Naomi Webb
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It is one of life’s biggest challenges, dealing with the feelings of loss when someone close to you - whether that be a friend or family member - passes away. It can be such an overwhelming time, and it is different for everyone, each and every person grieves in their own way. Sometimes it is hard to know what to do and how to cope with the loss and grief; you may be overcome with a number of unexpected... 12/13/2018 8:00:00 AM
Victoria McCooey
3 Ways To Shake The Fear of Divorce
by Victoria McCooey
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Most people who are going through a divorce have never gone through one before, so they don’t know what to expect. And that’s scary! Yet according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there is 1 divorce approximately every 36 seconds in America. That's nearly 2,400 divorces per day, 16,800 divorces per week and 876,000 divorces a year.If so many people all around us are doing it, why... 12/5/2018 8:00:00 AM
Jennifer Roberge
5 Reasons to Use Manuka Honey for Skin Health
by Jennifer Roberge
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With so many skin care products out there containing natural ingredients, it’s difficult to know clearly which products and specific ingredients are the most beneficial for our skin. However there are some natural oils, herbs and other ingredients that are clear winners when it comes to relieving skin irritation and reducing inflammation.One ingredient in particular is getting a lot of press these... 12/5/2018 8:00:00 AM
Laura Bonarrigo
Four Ways to Get Through Family Time When Divorce is Coming
by Laura Bonarrigo
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There’s never a good time to dissolve a marriage. Especially as a parent. With family time - holidays, the school schedule, a birthday or long-awaited vacation - the timing to breakup never seems right. You question hurting the kids and it becomes easier to push your pain further and further into the future. It doesn’t matter if that decision is being made because of a cheating spouse, the mundane... 12/5/2018 8:00:00 AM
Megan Johnson McCullough
Sciatica: Pinching Discomfort
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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A common type of pain associated with the sciatic nerve affects many people, particularly in their low back and left leg areas. Sciatica usually affects this one side of the body starting at the low back, running through the thigh, and then all the way down the leg. It can even reach the toes. This pain can be a shooting sensation or tingly feeling. It becomes worse from sitting. Then when the person... 12/4/2018 8:00:00 AM
Gary Roe
9 Options For Healthy Grieving During The Holidays
by Gary Roe
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Holidays can be stressful. If you’ve lost a loved one, they can seem impossible.While the world is celebrating, you’re hurting. Your heart is broken, but life appears to be blazing forward as if nothing happened.Perhaps you feel a little like Glenn and Connie.“Christmas? Thanksgiving was an emotional nightmare. Can’t we just skip it this year? Where’s the Grinch when you need him?” Glenn asked.“I’m... 12/4/2018 8:00:00 AM
Megan Johnson McCullough
Asthma: Breathless Trouble
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Coughing. Wheezing. Tight chest. Shortness of breath. These are the common symptoms of the air restriction condition called asthma. When the bronchial tubes become inflamed, the airway tightens and can fill with mucus. People experience different symptoms at different times and can go a long period without “attacks." Some people only have asthma during exercise, others only when they have a cold, and... 12/4/2018 8:00:00 AM
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